Instructional Video7:51
Australian Children's Television Foundation

How to Catch an Inland Taipan

9th - 12th
Season 3, Inland Taipan part 4 Kamil and Kayne team up with a herpetologist to help them look for an inland taipan. See what this dangerous snake looks like and learn about its habitat and key characteristics. Bushwhacked! is a...
Instructional Video4:03
Australian Children's Television Foundation

What is the Difference Between a Legless Lizard and a Snake?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Inland Taipan part 3 Kamil and Kayne meet the local community who inform them about some unique animals in the area and take them out on a small side mission to find a legless snake. Bushwhacked! is a high-energy search around...
Instructional Video3:05
Australian Children's Television Foundation

What is the Difference Between a Fruit Bat and a Flying Fox?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Eggs part 3 Kayne and Kamil seek permission for their mission from a local Alligator Ranger. The next morning, they meet a Bat Expert who teaches them a few things about fruit bats before they continue on their journey....
Instructional Video5:13
Australian Children's Television Foundation

How Strong is a Crocodile Jaw?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Eggs part 2 Kayne feeds an adult crocodile in captivity to get a sense of what he will be dealing with. Then, Kayne and Kamil chat with an expert to learn how to protect themselves against crocodiles in the wild....
Instructional Video3:24
Australian Children's Television Foundation

How to Become an Honorary Croc Island Ranger

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Island Rangers part 6 Kayne completes his tasks as the 36 hours run out. Now, it will be up to the elders to decide if his work warrants the title of Honorary Crocodile Island Ranger. Bushwhacked! is a high-energy search...
Instructional Video6:00
Australian Children's Television Foundation

First Step to Becoming a Croc Island Ranger

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Island Rangers part 1 On this mission, Kayne will have 36 hours to complete a series of challenging tasks to earn the title of Honorary Ranger. Along the way, they encounter unique wildlife, eat tasty Bush Tucker, and...
Instructional Video6:43
Australian Children's Television Foundation

Spotting an Albino Kangaroo

9th - 12th
Season 3, Albino Kangaroo part 5 With the help of tracking technology and careful observation, Kamil and Kayne finally succeed at locating the elusive kangaroo and discover that she is healthy and thriving with a baby in her pouch. This...
Instructional Video5:28
Australian Children's Television Foundation

Where Can You Find an Albino Kangaroo?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Albino Kangaroo part 2 Kayne and Kamil travel to Namadgi National Park in search of an albino kangaroo. They discuss the rarity of albino kangaroos and the challenges they face in spotting one. They also introduce the use of...
Instructional Video4:50
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How to Find a Humpback Whale

9th - 12th
Season 3, Humpback Whale part 4 A whale expert introduces Kamil and Kayne to a high-powered device that measures the distance of whales from their location. They enlist the help of a drone to get a better view of the whales. Finally,...
Instructional Video8:04
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Introduction to the Humpback Whale

9th - 12th
Season 3, Humpback Whale part 1 Kamil and Kayne embark on a mission to take a humpback shower, where Kayne will get up close and personal with a humpback whale. They visit a workshop where they learn about humpback whales and the...
Instructional Video7:05
Australian Children's Television Foundation

How to Catch and Measure a Pygmy Crocodile

9th - 12th
Season 3, Pygmy Crocs part 5 A crocodile expert takes Kayne and Kamil on a nighttime adventure to catch a pygmy crocodile. They successfully capture the crocodile and take measurements and tissue samples for research. The expert explains...
Instructional Video6:12
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Searching for Birds in Western Australia

9th - 12th
Season 3, Wedge Tailed Eagle part 1 Kamil and Kayne embark on a mission to track down the elusive Wedge Tailed Eagle in Australia. Along the way, they meet a wildlife expert who teaches them about endangered species and the importance of...
Instructional Video4:24
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Close Encounter with a Southern Hairy Nosed Wombat

9th - 12th
Season 3, Hairy Nosed Wombat part 5 Kamil and Kayne come face-to-face with a hairy nosed wombat again. This time, Kamil is tasked with collecting a urine sample and Kayne snuggles up to rub noses with the creature. Bushwhacked! is a...
Instructional Video2:22
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What is an Echidna?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Platypus part 2 The echidna is another type of monotreme that can be found in Tasmania, Australia. They are small creatures with long snouts and specialised tongues. Learn how one zoologist uses radio tracking to monitor the...
Instructional Video4:59
Australian Children's Television Foundation

Lizards of Southern Australia

9th - 12th
Season 3, Inland Taipan part 2 Kayne and Kamil tag along with a couple Community Fauna Officers who track assess the local wild life by setting and checking traps in uncut mines. Discover which creatures call this harsh desert landscape...
Instructional Video2:15
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What Does a Crocodile Egg Look Like?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Eggs part 5 After gathering two non-fertile croc eggs, Kayne and Kamil must deliver them to a scientist who studies the animals. Discover what the inside of one of these eggs looks like and what scientists will do with the...
Instructional Video4:08
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Duties of a Night Shift Ranger on Croc Island

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Island Rangers part 4 Kayne continues his mission to become a Croc Island Ranger by spending the night counting turtle eggs and releasing hatchlings into the sea. Through these experiences, Kayne learns about the...
Instructional Video3:51
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Why Are Ghost Nets a Danger to Turtles?

9th - 12th
Season 3, Croc Island Rangers part 2 Kayne and Kamil join the Crocodile Island Rangers on their mission to clean up ghost nets that pose a threat to marine life. They learn about the tragic consequences of these nets, particularly for...
Instructional Video3:13
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Releasing a Southern Brush-Tailed Rock-Wallaby into the Wild

9th - 12th
Season 3, Albino Kangaroo part 4 On their mission to find an albino squirrel, Kamil and Kayne stumble upon the critically endangered southern brush tailed rock wallaby. They witness the release of two of these rare creatures into a...
Instructional Video2:31
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Ancient Ngunnawal Paintings and Spear Hunting Technique

9th - 12th
Season 3, Albino Kangaroo part 3 Kayne and Kamil visit rock paintings made by the Ngunnawal people, depicting various animals they hunted and lived near. They also learn about traditional spears and how to use them. Bushwhacked! is a...
Instructional Video2:45
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Meeting a Humpback Dolphin

9th - 12th
Season 3, Humpback Whale part 3 Kamil brings Kayne to Tin Can Bay to meet humpback dolphins. They learn about their behaviour of the animals and the challenges they face, including shark attacks. The video highlights the rarity of these...
Instructional Video2:25
Australian Children's Television Foundation

Jandairwal Dolphin Dance

9th - 12th
Season 3, Humpback Whale part 2 On their mission to get close to a humpback whale, Kayne and Kamil listen to an Aboriginal legend and participate in a traditional dance. Afterwards, they set out to find the whales and receive a special...
Instructional Video4:28
Australian Children's Television Foundation

Searching for Evidence of Pygmy Crocs

9th - 12th
Season 3, Pygmy Crocs part 4 Kayne and Kamil continue their mission to collect DNA samples of pygmy crocodiles in the Escarpment. They navigate steep cliffs, slippery rocks, and the presence of dangerous cane toads, looking for evidence...
Instructional Video4:43
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Fishing for Barramundi in the Northern Territory

9th - 12th
Season 3, Pygmy Crocs part 3 Kamil and Kayne visit the Buller River in search of crocodiles and fish. They learn about barramundi and the different types of crocodiles in the area. They successfully catch a barramundi for dinner and...